1987 Ford Escort vs. 1955 Morris Minor
To start off, 1987 Ford Escort is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Morris Minor. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1955 Morris Minor.
Because 1955 Morris Minor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Morris Minor. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Escort | 1955 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Ford | Morris |
| Model | Escort | Minor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 22 L |
